Wee World

This post I am taking a "time out" from catching up to post about one of my favorite things! Anyone who knows me, knows I love to shop, but you also know that I love a bargain, and will not pay full price for anything (unless of course it's a NEED like medical care). You will also note that I have 4 kids, which is generally a hindrance when it comes to shopping... ENTER Wee World! This is the best place for Mom's who love to shop!

1. It has a play area, and I'm not talking some dinky little corner with a toy... I mean a play area! It's got a full size castle with a tower- complete with princess dresses for the little princess in your life, and even a knight in shining armor costume for your boys! This is my favorite area, but it also has a boat, fishing gear, a log cabin, numbers, letters, educational, imagination, creative play stuff! My kids ages 7, 6, and 3 all love it! On our first visit we stayed over 2 hours and they played non-stop, they were entranced!

(that's Addy looking out the window from the tallest tower of the make-believe castle)

2. It's a trick... the kids come along happily because they are going to play... really YOU are going to SHOP! The above said play area is visible from all angles of the store! That's right you sign them in, send them off for an adventure, and then you begin your own! So you get shopping time, without the hassle and most commonly used, "MOM I'm tired, I'm bored, are we done yet? when are we leaving?" Could it get any better??? (YES it actually does!)

3. This is where I get excited, going back to my desire to find a bargain- it's a Resale shop! But don't let this fool you, it's unlike so many resale stores- they have standards! Yes they personally inspect every item to make sure it's in good shape and ready to go! Everything is around 1/2 of retail prices! Then on top of that- they have "hidden" bargains! Many of the items on the racks have been stamped 1/2 off! There is a great joy in finding a cute dress, pulling it from the rack, and then spotting the little airplane stamp! Makes you just wanna yell "SCORE!" or do a happy dance!

4. On the other side of the play area, is the beloved parent's lounge...those are two words you hardly hear together as a parent! And that's exactly what it's for! Once your done shopping, no need to rush the kids, they are having fun, they are entertained, it's time for you to take a break! This room looks right at the play area, so again your kids are in sight, and safe, and you can kick back! Seriously curl up in a chair, or sink into the cozy couch with a book, your headphones, or whatever sounds nice to you, it is your space to lounge! I love it! I've been there alone and really just zoned on the couch. I've been with a friend, and loved the opportunity to have my kids entertained and be able to carry on an adult conversation!

5. It's a perfect way to "turn around" stuff you are done with. They are after all a resale shop. What I love is they give you multiple options! You can choose to accept 40% store credit of what they think they can sell your stuff for. You can choose to consign for 90 days and receive 50% of what sold in cash. Or you can consign, and receive 60% of sales in store credit. I like this last option the best, because it gives me shopping money for future shops, literally turning my stuff around into new stuff.

6. You can rent the space for parties! For a VERY reasonable amount too, next to having the party at home, it's probably one of the cheapest options in town for a party place. We had Addy's party here in November. She LOVED it! The other kids LOVED it! In fact one of our guests is now having her party there in February, and Addy can't wait! And most importantly I LOVED it! For the simple ease of it! I didn't have to decorate, or clean, or plan party games, or anything! I brought cake and punch, table cloth, plates and cups, served the girls, threw it away, and watched them play! By far the easiest party I've done in my years of kid parties!

Which brings me to this... by now you may be wondering, "why is Liz blogging about this..." well truth is I do LOVE it, and I wanted you all my blogging buddies to know about it! So that if you are in the San Antonio, or even South Austin area you too could check it out. But also, it is for selfish reasons... Wee World is doing a blog contest, and this is my entry. All I've said is true, and many of you have probably heard me speak of this awesome place! But now it is in writing! If any of this sparked your interest I suggest you check out their website at http://www.weeworldresale.com/ and if you like what you see may I also suggest you click the like on Facebook button :o) this is a great way to get updates on the store, hear about promotions and contests, and stay connected.